MWC 1950s/1960s Pattern 25 Jewel Auto "Adventurer" Watch

Description: 325Please NoteThis is the same watch sold for $544.00 on the factory website and shown in the final image. We have 3 watches reduced to $325 each to clear This watch was used for promotion by the manufacturer and appeared in photographs which appear in magazines, on their website and in other promotional material. It offers a substantial saving over the regular price but it is brand new with a full factory guarantee. Other than the possibility it may show signs of handling and the packaging is showing signs of being unboxed a few times it is a brand new watch. Product Overview This watch was used for promotional purposes by the manufacturer, appearing in various photographs published in magazines, on their website, and in other promotional materials. It offers a substantial discount compared to the regular price, yet it is brand new and comes with a full factory guarantee. Although it may show minor signs of handling, it is a brand new watch. SKU Code: 5025JBLETWatch Features This watch is inspired by military designs from the 1950s and 1960s. It features a box sapphire crystal that closely resembles the original plexiglass crystal. The movement is a Ronda R 150 or equivalent, a sophisticated 25-jewel automatic movement with an impressive frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz). This precision-crafted powerhouse boasts a substantial 38-hour power reserve, ensuring enduring performance. Notably, it is equipped with both hacking and hand-winding capabilities, exemplifying efficiency and convenience. The watch uses Luminova instead of Tritium, which was used in the 1960s. The main advantage of Luminova is that it does not deteriorate with age and is non-radioactive, unlike Tritium. On this variant, the paint color mimics the appearance of aged Tritium paint. Although the "T" is encircled, which would typically indicate Tritium, this is done solely for historical accuracy. The watch measures 39mm in diameter and is fitted with a matching steel bracelet designed to visually replicate the type of bracelets used in the 1960s.Dimensions and SpecificationsCase Material: Stainless SteelWidth Excluding Crown: 36 mmWidth Including Crown: 39.5 mmThickness with Crystal: 13.3 mmLug to Lug: 43.5 mmWater Resistance: 200m / 660ftMovement: 25 Jewel Ronda R 150 or equivalentPower Reserve: 38 hoursCrown: Screw-down locking crownCaseback: Screw-in casebackCrystal: SapphireLume: Luminova paintBracelet: 20mm Retro pattern stainless steelBenefits of Sapphire Crystal Many customers ask about the benefits of sapphire crystal over the original plexiglass. Synthetic sapphire is by far the best material for watch crystals because it is incredibly strong, shatter-resistant, and scratch-resistant. These characteristics make it particularly appealing to military personnel, security officers, police officers, and those with active outdoor lifestyles, who account for over 70% of our customers. In contrast, the original plexiglass crystals, made from a plastic/acrylic material used in the 1960s, were easily scratched and prone to cracking upon impact. They also greatly limited the watch's water resistance. To put things in perspective, when our clients experience accidents that result in a cracked crystal, over 90% of the cases involve watches with mineral glass crystals or plexiglass. Even our hardened mineral crystals don't come close to sapphire in terms of durability under adverse conditions. The strength of sapphire crystals comes from their manufacturing process. After production, the sapphire glass is heat-treated to remove internal stresses that could cause weakness. It is then made into watch crystals, and two layers of anti-reflective coating are applied. Interestingly, sapphire crystal is also used in the latest iPhone models. Of course, sapphire crystal comes at a premium, which is why it is typically found only in higher-end watches.

Price: 325 USD

Location: Dublin 2

End Time: 2024-10-01T10:14:59.000Z

Shipping Cost: 19 USD